TWO ITALIAN MAIOLICA PLATES. One, centered with putti supporting a crown, scrolling arabesque border, 17th century. One, centered with a putto, a rocky landscape in the distance; pinched border with scrolling arabesques, 19th century - 8 1/2 in. to 10 in., diam. Estimate $250-350
PROVENANCE: The first plate, Washington, DC dealer, 1977; from the former collection of Reverend Linus J. Reed, 1908. The second plate, purchased at a Washington, DC antique show, 1968.